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Garbage Disposal; Repair or Replace?

Garbage Disposal; Repair or Replace? Blog by Guaranteed Plumbing

Your Garbage Disposal stopped working, so can it be fixed?

The first thing to do is try to repair the unit. There are a couple of scenarios in which attempting to repair the garbage disposal is not recommended. A smoking disposal and/or sparking from the electrical plug is a hazard. Stop using the device if you see sparks, smoke or any sign of melting or burn marks, stop using and call a plumber.
Electrical shortage is not the only cause for replacement, if the case for the garbage disposal is leaking, this should not be repaired. This company offers more than advice, we do GARBAGE DISPOSAL INSTALLATION in the High Desert.

Theres an Easy Way to Repair a Garbage Disposal Yourself

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How to Repair a Garbage-Disposal

Total Time: 10 minutes

Unplug the Power Cord

Make sure to locate the garbage disposal cord and unplug it before starting

Put on latex or nitrile gloves

your hands may get dirty

Locate the upper-hopper chamber

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On the inside wall you’ll feel the knockout plug adjacent to the dishwasher connector. Make sure the plug has been removed if you use the dishwasher

Continue downward

Continue downward with you hand until you reach the impellers, if you’re at the lower-hopper chamber you went too far

Rotate the impellers

Rotate the impellers counter-clockwise feeling for any obstructions to remove.
Once you have unjammed the garbage disposal you can turn it on and test.

Supply:

  • Latex or nitrile gloves

Tools:

  • allen key

Materials: cleaning towel


If the latter doesn’t work get your Garbage Disposal Repair here fast and cheap online. Guaranteed Plumbing drain cleaning services of San Bernardino including Victorville and Hesperia, California. If that doesn’t work, we can replace the garbage disposal as well.

Your In-Sink Erator is’nt turning on, what now?

Turn the power switch in the ‘off’ position. Before you try every trick in the book call an expert for a free estimate (760) 486-7806 to avoid serious bodily injury or even death. Its not worth it to even consider calling another plumbing company. Discounts on Badger brand  DISPOSALS AT HOME DEPOT, in addition to, years of experience and positive online reviews make finding affordable options near you a reality.